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What are the factors that affect the positioning accuracy of high speed linear actuator

2025.04.23

The positioning accuracy of high-speed linear actuators is affected by many factors, among which mechanical structure design and manufacturing accuracy are the most critical links. The core components of the actuator include motors, transmission systems, guide rails, sliders and screws. The manufacturing errors of these components may have a significant impact on the overall positioning accuracy. In particular, the processing accuracy of the screw directly determines the matching accuracy between it and the slider. If the surface of the screw is rough or defective, it may cause stagnation or increased clearance during movement, thereby affecting the accuracy of positioning. Therefore, when purchasing high-speed linear actuators, it is necessary to pay attention to its manufacturing process and quality control to ensure that it has high mechanical accuracy.

Load change is also an important factor affecting the positioning accuracy of high-speed linear actuators. During the working process of the actuator, the change of load may be caused by uneven load or sudden external force impact. These factors will cause the motion trajectory of the actuator to deviate, thereby affecting its positioning accuracy. Especially in some applications, load changes are often inevitable. Therefore, the load range of the actuator should be fully considered in the design stage, and the sensor and control system should be reasonably configured to monitor the load changes in real time and make corresponding adjustments to ensure the stable operation of the actuator.

Changes in friction are also an important factor affecting the positioning accuracy of the actuator. During the movement process, friction between the internal components of the actuator is an inevitable phenomenon. The magnitude of friction is affected by many factors such as lubrication status, material properties and movement speed. If the lubrication is insufficient or the lubricant quality is poor, the friction will increase, resulting in energy loss and heat increase during the movement, which in turn affects the response speed and positioning accuracy of the actuator. Therefore, regular maintenance and reasonable selection of lubricating materials are important measures to ensure efficient and accurate operation of the actuator.

Temperature changes are also an important factor affecting the positioning accuracy of high-speed linear actuators. When the actuator is working, especially under high load and high-speed conditions, the heat generated may cause thermal expansion of the material, causing changes in the fit relationship between components. This change may cause positioning errors, especially in applications with high precision requirements. Therefore, a reasonable design of the heat dissipation system to ensure that the actuator works within a suitable temperature range is an effective way to improve its positioning accuracy.

The performance of the control system also has an important impact on the positioning accuracy of high-speed linear actuators. The control system of the actuator is responsible for receiving and processing the position feedback signal to achieve precise motion control. If the algorithm of the control system is not advanced enough or the accuracy of the sensor is insufficient, positioning errors will occur. In addition, the delay and noise interference of the control signal may also affect the response speed and accuracy of the actuator. Therefore, choosing a high-performance control system and a high-precision sensor can significantly improve the positioning accuracy of the actuator.